Central Pa. Grocery Scene ‘Major Battleground’ as Giant Buys Family-Owned Chains

September 23, 2019 Sue Gleiter, PennLive.com

Increasingly, independent grocery store owners are folding to the competition in a crowded market of warehouse clubs, drug stores and discount chains. Many owners say it no longer makes financial sense to be in an industry marked by low profit margins and increased competition. Nowhere is that scenario playing out more than in Lancaster County.

Giant Food Announces the Launch of the 15th Annual Pediatric Cancer Fundraising Program With $ 2M Goal

August 15, 2019 Giant Food

Giant aims to raise at least $2 million throughout the eight-week program, running from Aug. 16 to Oct. 10, from the sale of $5 coupon books valued at over $30. All funds raised will be donated to Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center and The Children’s Cancer Foundation, Inc. to support ongoing cancer research.

GIANT Announces Development of New Two-Level Urban Flagship Store in Downtown Philadelphia

August 15, 2019 GIANT Food Stores

GIANT Food Stores announced a new, two-level urban flagship GIANT store in downtown Philadelphia overlooking the Schuylkill River, furthering the company’s investments and commitment to the Philadelphia market. Coming on the heels of the company’s launch of GIANT Heirloom Market™, the new plan accelerates GIANT’S aggressive growth plan while investing in innovative customer experiences.

GIANT to Acquire Ferguson & Hassler’s

May 21, 2019 FOX 43

“We were thrilled when the Hassler family contacted us about their beautiful store,” said Nicholas Bertram, president, GIANT Food Stores. “We recognize the important role this store plays in the Quarryville community and we can’t wait to begin serving the loyal customers of Ferguson & Hassler’s and introduce them to the very best of the GIANT brand, which many customers throughout Lancaster County have enjoyed for more than 20 years.”

GIANT Announces Lineup For Second Year As “Official Grocer Of The Philadelphia Phillies”

April 1, 2019 GIANT Food Stores

As the Official Grocer of the Philadelphia Phillies, GIANT Food Stores is celebrating opening day by announcing its own starting lineup of new promotions to celebrate Philadelphia’s hometown team in the 2019 season.